Occupational Therapist (OT) $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Starting Salary : $85,000 - $100,000 / year PLUS $5,000 Sign-on Bonus AND $2,000 Annual Education Stipend

Environment : Special Education Program, Grades K-12

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs , a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you have a proactive mindset and thrive in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment where meaningful outcomes and functional independence are at the heart of everything you do — We Should Talk!

As an Occupational Therapist (OT) , you will provide direct therapy to students Grades K-12 with special needs including but not limited to development, implementation and maintenance of designated instructional programs, conducting regular assessments, and developing or adjusting individualized education plan (IEP) goals as needed.

‖ Responsibilities Include :

• Implementing student-specific occupational therapy services as outlined in each Individualized Education Program (IEP), including adherence to frequency, duration, and service location requirements.
• Completing comprehensive assessment reports within state- and district-mandated timelines to support data-driven educational planning.
• Communicating evaluation results and individualized therapy recommendations to families, educational staff, students (as appropriate), and related agencies, with appropriate consent from the student’s legal guardian.
• Planning and developing targeted therapeutic goals that are educationally relevant and seamlessly integrated into each student’s academic program.
• Conducting ongoing reassessments and modifying therapy objectives based on evolving student needs and progress toward educational outcomes.
• Monitoring the fidelity of therapy implementation and collaborating with and training educators, paraprofessionals, and other support staff involved in occupational therapy interventions.
• Documenting student progress through timely and accurate reporting in alignment with district standards and program guidelines.
• Participating in IEP meetings to share data-informed insights, progress updates, and goal recommendations to support individualized planning.
• Creating a supportive, safe, and developmentally appropriate learning environment tailored to each student’s sensory, physical, and cognitive needs.
• Evaluating progress toward therapy goals and determining when students are ready to transition from or discontinue occupational therapy services.
• Facilitating professional development sessions and in-service trainings to enhance the capacity of occupational therapy staff and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participating in training school personnel on the effective use of assistive technology and adaptive equipment, while maintaining proper documentation of use and outcomes.
• Attending and actively engaging in all required team meetings, trainings, and professional collaboration forums.
• Performing additional duties as assigned, contributing positively to the overall success of the student services team.

‖ Qualifications Required :

Spectrum Center Schools is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below :

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!

‖ Perks and Benefits Include :

If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance!

Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!

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